Cooking Videos — 2026-07-18#

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If you only have time for one video today, the comprehensive guide to Northeastern-style Jing Jiang Rou Si (Shredded Pork in Sweet Bean Sauce) by 老东北美食 is an absolute must-watch. The chef offers a fantastic, old-school breakdown of fundamental wok techniques and prep work that will instantly elevate your stir-fry game at home.

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Recipes & Tutorials#

In his highly detailed tutorial, 老东北美食 demonstrates the precise knife work and marination required for a stellar Jing Jiang Rou Si. He shares brilliant kitchen secrets, like freezing the pork tenderloin slightly for easier slicing, and mixing Sichuan peppercorn powder directly into the meat marinade rather than the pan to maximize flavor. The masterclass culminates in velvetting the meat in warm oil before tossing it in a glossy sweet bean sauce, finishing with a classic Northeastern presentation over blanched dry tofu squares, crisp scallions, and fresh cilantro.

Food Science & Tips#

For anyone who loves eggplant but hates how greasy it gets, the short but mighty tip from 詹姆士官方專屬頻道 is a complete game-changer. He explains the simple science of preventing eggplants from acting like an oil sponge: tossing the raw vegetable with salt beforehand. The salt draws moisture out of the eggplant, and this active outward flow of water physically prevents the hot oil from seeping deep into the flesh while cooking, drastically cutting down on the greasiness of your final dish.